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C25K Week 2: Still Running, Still Breathing!
Is it normal to celebrate surviving 90 seconds of jogging like you just won a marathon? Because if it is, then I’m definitely doing this right. Here we go—Week 2 of the Couch to 5K program! The intervals are getting longer, my legs are feeling it, and I’m learning that progress isn’t always about speed;…
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Starting C25K as a Single Parent: Making Time for You-Week 1
As a solo parent, do you find it challenging to find time for self-care? You’re not alone. Once upon a time, pre-kid and over a decade ago, I started a program called Couch-to-5K (C25K). This running program took me from hating running to running races like 5 Ks, 10 Ks, half-marathons, and obstacle races like…
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Road Trip Prep as a Single Parent: Keeping the Kids Happy and the Chaos Low
“Thinking about hitting the road solo with your kids but not sure how you’ll manage the chaos, snacks, and sanity?” You’re not alone—road trips can be challenging. As a single parent, taking a road trip with your kids might feel overwhelming. I’ve road-tripped solo with my three kids regularly, and while I’ve faced different kinds…
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Budgeting for a Solo Parent Vacation: Making Every Dollar Count with Three Kids
Ever felt like planning a family vacation as a single parent is more stressful than staying home? You’re not alone — but what if I told you it doesn’t have to be that way? Budgets can be challenging, especially as pricing for everything has increased due to high inflation over the past few years. In…
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Solo Parent, Three Kids, One Big Adventure: Why I Decided to Take This Trip
Does it feel impossible to afford a family vacation as a single parent? In late 2024, my oldest asked me if we could go to the beach for Spring Break in 2025. At that time, I was in the holiday blitz and struggling with my Christmas budget. My immediate response was No. After that conversation,…
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Starting from Scratch: What I Learned in My First Week of Blogging & Freelance Research
Small wins add up! This was one of my more productive weeks overall—I made real progress. After last week’s challenges with the winter storm, How I Stayed on Track With My Side Hustle Goals—Even During a Winter Storm, I was determined to get things done. But by mid-week, my energy levels took a hit. A…